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At the Pentagon, Donald Trump celebrates the American “spirit of the nation” and discusses the war against Iran
During a speech lasting just under twenty minutes, the American president praised the way in which the September 11 attacks had revealed, according to him, “the true spirit of the nation (American) ».
“In these difficult days following the attacks, we saw the true spirit of our nation”Mr. Trump said. “September 11 reminded us of the terrible power of hatred (…). The twenty-five years since have shown us the even greater power of the American spirit: its ability to resist, to triumph, and to win. »
The president took advantage of his speech to address international news, discussing the involvement of American troops in the conflict between Washington and Tehran. “We salute the military who are ensuring, right now, that the world’s leading sponsor of terrorism, the Islamic Republic of Iran, will never, ever have a nuclear weapon.”he said.
Mr. Trump called the attacks “moment of immense and horrible evil”believing that the United States, once again “put to the test” today against Iran, “ (won) very largely this ordeal ».
Before concluding his speech on a note of hope. “Today our country is stronger than it has ever been. He’s never been stronger than he is right now.”added the Republican president.